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Jody Alexander
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Adrienne Defendi
Shelby Graham
Genevieve Daly
Angela Gleason
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Edgar Cruz
Martha Casanave
Janet Fine
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alternative photo practices,  April 4-27, 2025

In Partnership with

The Center for Photographic Art, and

Photo Carmel

Curated by Shelby Graham

 

Artist Talk / Closing Reception

April 27, 2025, 3-4 pm

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Link to Online Gallery​

Link to Photo Carmel Website

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In partnership with The Center for Photographic Art and PhotoCarmel, M.K. Contemporary Art proudly presents Divergent Visions: Alternative Photo Practices, a compelling exhibition showcasing innovative photographic techniques that challenge traditional approaches to image-making.

 

PhotoCarmel is a month-long celebration of photography, uniting galleries, museums, and venues across California’s Central Coast. Sponsored by The Center for Photographic Art, this collaborative event features exhibitions, artist talks, and community engagements that highlight the richness and diversity of photographic expression. By bringing together artists and audiences, PhotoCarmel fosters a deeper appreciation for photography as both an art form and a powerful cultural voice.

 

Featured Artists & Alternative Processes:

  • Rinat Aldema Terre – Experimental glass prints

  • Jody Alexander – Transfers on cloth

  • Martha Casanave – Pinhole 

  • Edgar Cruz – Cyanotype self-portraits

  • Genevieve Daly – Collage photo transfers

  • Adrienne Defendi – Cyanotypes toned with redwood bark

  • Janet Fine – Mixed process work

  • Laurie Gabriel – Lumen prints

  • Angela Gleason – Sculptural cyanotypes

  • Shelby Graham – Botanical prints

  • Greg Mettler – Van Dyke prints

  • Beverly Rayner – 3D mixed media

  • Brian Taylor – Gum bichromate prints

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In the second half of the gallery, discover artwork from over 25 local and regional artists whose work we adore.

 

See more on our artists page.​

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WHAT'S NEXT?

Here To Eternity, A Celebration of

Queer Creativity and Expression

 

Opening Reception,

Saturday, May 3, 2025 6-8PM

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A Toast to Love & Diversity

May 8, 4-6PM

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First Friday Receptions

May 2 and June 6, 6-8PM

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Exhibiting Artists:

Jason Adkins, Lauren Crux, Janet Fine, Angela Gleason, James Groleau, Emanuela I. Harris Sintamarian, M. Heerschop, Hedwig, Tobin W. Keller, David Ligare, Doug McDonald, Quinn René Peck, Beth Shields, Lynne Todaro, Daniella Woolf

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Exhibition Catalogue

Thank you to Carol Inez Charney and Daniella Woolf for the design, creation and artisty involved in creating the exhibition catalogue. We are grateful to the support of Wedeen Hammer Locatelli Group at Morgan Stanley for their sponsorship.

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Link Here to View, Download or Purchase the Catalogue​​

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The gallery is located in Downtown Santa Cruz, easily accessible from across the Bay Area.

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Gallery Hours

noon to 5pm

Thursday - Sunday

and by appointment

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